McClintock Theatre October 27 30, 2016 SIDE SHOW BOOK AND LYRICS BY BILL RUSSELL MUSIC BY HENRY KRIEGER

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1 McClintock Theatre October 27 30, 2016 SIDE SHOW BOOK AND LYRICS BY BILL RUSSELL MUSIC BY HENRY KRIEGER

2 SIDE SHOW WITH (in alphabetical order) Liz Buzbee Chas Conacher Harley Douvier Marissa DuBois Aaron Jung Carson Klasner Selene Klasner Hailey Konovalov Brooke Lewis Adrian Lurie Nirvan Patnaik Milo Rechler Luke Matthew Simon Jack Tavcar Maurice Welch Evan Wank SCENIC DESIGN Irene Choi BOOK AND LYRICS BY Bill Russell COSTUME DESIGN Joe Kennedy MUSIC BY Henry Krieger LIGHTING & PROJECTIONS DESIGN Justus Bradshaw CAST OF CHARACTERS (in alphabetical order) Venus de Milo/The Judge Liz Buzbee Buddy Foster Chas Conacher Lizard Man/Sir s Lawyer Harley Douvier Fortune Teller Marissa DuBois Half Man/Half Woman Aaron Jung Violet Hilton Carson Klasner Daisy Hilton Selene Klasner Geek Hailey Konovalov Human Pin Cushion/ Auntie Brooke Lewis Roustabout/ Tod Browning Adrian Lurie Dog Boy/Houdini Nirvan Patnaik Roustabout/The Doctor Milo Rechler Terry Conner Luke Matthew Simon 3-Legged Man/Ray Jack Tavcar Jake Maurice Welch Sir Evan Wank PROSTHETIC MAKEUP DESIGN Alexei Dmitriew PROSTHETIC MAKEUP TECHNICIAN Victoria Arais GLAMOUR MAKEUP DESIGN Seiko Murakami There will be one 15-minute intermission. SOUND DESIGN Stephen Jensen CHOREOGRAPHY Lili Fuller STAGE MANAGER Savannah Harrow FIGHT CHOREOGRAPHY Joe Sofranko MUSICIANS Parmer Fuller Acoustic Piano Carson Schutze Synthesizer Adrienne Geffen Reed Player Brian Boyce Percussion MUSICAL DIRECTION Parmer Fuller DIRECTED BY VP Boyle McClintock Theatre October 27 30, 2016 SIDE SHOW (2014 Broadway Revival) is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. The 2014 Broadway Revival of SIDE SHOW was originally directed by Bill Condon and produced by Darren Bagert, Martin Massman, Jayne Baron Sherman, Joan Raffe & Jhett Tolentino, Universal Stage Productions, Joined At the Hip Productions, CJ E&M/Mike Coolik, Shadowcatcher Entertainment, Michael M. Kaiser, Jim Kierstead, Marc David Levine, Catherine & Fred Adler, Bredeweg & Carlberg, Clear Channel Spectacolor, Curtis Forsythe, Gloken, Highbrow & Nahem, Nobile Lehner Shea Productions, Pretty Freaks, Weatherby & Fishman Theatrical, Matthew Masten, and Jujamcyn Theaters, in association with The John F. Kennedy Center for The Performing Arts & La Jolla Playhouse. The 1997 Broadway Production of SIDE SHOW was originally directed and choreographed by Robert Longbottom and produced by Emanuel Azenberg, Joseph Nederlander, Herschel Waxman, Janice McKenna, and Scott Nederlander. WARNING Please be advised that this production contains theatrical fog and haze and herbal cigarettes. PRODUCTION STAFF ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER Seira Murakami REHEARSAL ACCOMPANIST Carson Schutze SCENIC ARTISTS Melanie Treuhaft, Bessie Lebeda ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Sandra Huang SOUND DESIGN PA/MIXER Dominic Torquato SCENIC DESIGN PA Anhthu Kieu COSTUME DESIGN PA Angel Zayas DANCE CAPTAIN Seira Murakami FIGHT CAPTAIN Savannah Harrow CREW Delaney Brokman, Jordan Davis, Juan Duenas, Mattie Harris-Lowe, Kaleigh Hinthorn, Edina Hiser, Katherine Jacobs, Emma Kantor, Thomas Kasprowicz, Celia Rivera, Olivia Vidas SPECIAL THANKS David Bridel, Ali Appelbaum, Molly Chiffer, Sara Fousekis, Els Collins, CB Borger, Connor Ling, Victoria Arais, Alexei Dmitriew, Seiko Murakami, Marissa Gonzalez, Parmer Fuller, Carson Schutze, Savannah Harrow, Seira Murakami & Sprinkles Cupcake ATM

3 MUSICAL NUMBERS ACT ONE: Come Look at the Freaks / Sir, Freaks I m Daisy, I m Violet / Daisy, Violet Like Everyone Else / Daisy, Violet Very Well-Connected / Terry, Buddy What Brought Him Here? / Daisy, Violet The Devil You Know / Jake, Fortune Teller, Freaks A Private Exclusive Show / Buddy Typical Girls Next Door / Daisy, Violet You Should Thank Me Every Day / Auntie Cut Them Apart / The Doctor, Assistants All in the Mind / Houdini Come See A New Land / Sir Feelings You ve Got to Hide / Daisy, Violet Say Goodbye to the Sideshow / Full Company Ready to Play / Daisy, Violet, Buddy, Ray and Suitors The Interview/Buddy Kissed Me / Full Company Who Will Love Me As I Am? / Daisy, Violet ACT TWO: Stuck With You/ Leave Me Alone / Daisy, Violet, Buddy, Ray New Year s Eve / Full Company Private Conversation / Terry, Daisy One Plus One Equals Three / Buddy, Full Company You Should Be Loved / Jake, Violet Great Wedding Show / Full Company Marry Me, Terry / Daisy, Terry I Will Never Leave You / Daisy, Violet Come Look at the Freaks / Full Company DIRECTOR S NOTE But I don t want to go among mad people, Alice remarked. Oh, you can t help that, said the Cat: we re all mad here. I m mad. You re mad. How do you know I m mad? said Alice. You must be, said the Cat, or you wouldn t have come here. Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland DEAN David Bridel ASSOCIATE DEANS Professor Sharon Marie Carnicke Professor Velina Hasu Houston (Distinguished Professor, Head of Playwriting, Director of MFA Dramatic Writing) Professor Oliver Mayer PROFESSORS Meiling Cheng (Director of Critical Studies) Madeline Puzo ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS Luis Alfaro ASSISTANT PROFESSORS Carla Della Gatta Takeshi Kata Tom Ontiveros (Director of BA Dramatic Arts) Sibyl Wickersheimer PROFESSORS OF THEATRE PRACTICE Andrei Belgrader Natsuko Ohama Andrew J. Robinson ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS OF THEATRE PRACTICE Philip G. Allen (Director of BFA Sound Design) Brent Blair (Director of Applied Theatre Arts) Paula Cizmar Elsbeth M. Collins (Head of Production, Director of BFA Stage Management) Anita Dashiell-Sparks (Diversity Liaison Officer) John DeMita (Director of Visual & Performing Arts Studies) Christina Haatainen-Jones (Head of Design, Director of BFA Design) Joseph Hacker Duncan Mahoney (Technical Director, Director of BFA Technical Direction) Mary-Joan Negro (Head of Undergraduate Acting) Louise Peacock (Acting Head of Critical Studies) Jack Rowe (Artistic Director, Director of BFA Acting) Stephanie Shroyer (Associate Artistic Director) Eric Trules David Warshofsky (Director of MFA Acting) DIRECTOR S BIO VP Boyle is a preeminent Broadway audition coach, as well as an expert in contemporary musical theatre and pop/rock musicals with over 25 years of experience on and off the stage. Internationally, his televised coaching appearances include Italy s top-rated talent show Io Canto and the Brazilian television series Broadway Dreams. Boyle has worked with professionals, students, educators and college programs throughout the US. His innovative approach to curriculum design for the performing arts in higher education integrates wellness, personal branding, technology, entrepreneurship, artistic empowerment and real-world digital skills imperative for current industry trends. He is the author of Audition Freedom: The Irreverent Wellness Guide for Theatre People, and has contributed his expertise as a frequent guest contributor for BroadwayWorld.com and Southern Theatre Magazine. An award-winning filmmaker of musical short films and an avid champion of immersive theatre, VP is currently developing a portfolio of new rock musical projects featuring everything from 90 s alternative to modern pop including an original musical series drama, String Lights, that includes an array of award-winning composers and lyricists. VP lives in Los Angeles with his French Bulldog, Violet. Affiliations: AEA, SAG/AFTRA, SDC, DGA, EdTA, Musical Theatre Educators Alliance, Commercial Theatre Institute, The New Musical Exchange. #LiveWhoYouAre #LoveWhatYouDo ASSISTANT PROFESSORS OF THEATRE PRACTICE Kathleen Dunn-Muzingo Laura Flanagan Melinda C. Finberg Randle Mell ADJUNCT LECTURERS Tony Abatemarco, Rob Adler, Robert Bailey, Michael Bateman, VP Boyle, Tom Buderwitz, Anne Burk, Frank Catalano, Andi Chapman, Anastasia Coon, Caitlyn Conlin, Gregg T. Daniel, Debra De Liso, Frank Dwyer, Kirstin Eggers, Dan Fishbach, Khanisha Foster, Alan Freeman, Jeff Flowers, Parmer Fuller, Terry Gordon, Jeanette Harrison, Murry Hepner, Michael Keenan, Mary K Klinger, Edgar Landa, Vicki Lewis, Heather Lyle, Jennifer Maisel, Babette Markus, Kevin McCorkle, Lauren Murphy, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jeremiah O Brian, Patrick Pankhurst, Leah Piehl, John Rubinstein, Brett Ryback, Dan Shaner, Christopher Shaw, Jude Shelton, Jennifer Snoeyink, Zachary Steel, Kelly Ward, Julie Welch, Elizabeth Wong Courtesy Joint Appointments: Thomas G. Cummings, Larry E. Greiner (Emeritus), Bruce Smith Emeriti Faculty: Don Llewellyn, Eve Roberts, Robert R. Scales, James Wilson

4 BOARD OF COUNCILORS Michele Dedeaux Engemann Founding Chair Michael Felix Chair Patrick J. Adams Lisa Barkett Todd Black Steve Braverman David Bridel Denise Chamian Greg Foster Brad Fuller Robert Greenblatt Donna Isaacson Gary Lask Alexander LoCasale Michael Meyers Linda Bernstein Rubin James D. Stern Rik Toulon PARENT AMBASSADORS Steve & Abbey Braverman Suzanne Bruce, MD & Malcolm Waddell Elizabeth & Thomas Dammeyer Scott & Deborah DeVries Anne Helgen & Michael Gilligan Mike & Stacy Lederer Ernest & Raphael Morgan Passion. Rigor. Excellence. STAFF DEAN S OFFICE Executive Assistant to the Dean Karita Pablik Administrative Assistant Michele Medina Information Technology Director Prakash Shirke ACADEMIC & STUDENT AFFAIRS Assistant Dean Lori Ray Fisher Director of Academic & Student Services Sergio Ramirez Academic Advisors Daniel Leyva, Isaac Vigilla Director of Internship & Special Programs Meghan Laughlin Admissions Counselor Ramón Valdez Scheduling Coordinator Helga Matthews Office Manager Mabel Lopez BUSINESS AFFAIRS Assistant Dean Virginia Ross Business Administrator & HR/Payroll Coordinator Crystal Balthrop Budget/Business Analyst Xinmin Chen COMMUNICATIONS Assistant Dean Delphine Vasko Director of Print and Digital Media Stacey Wang Rizzo Graphic Designer Christopher Komuro DEVELOPMENT Assistant Dean Sara Fousekis Director of Major Gifts Billie Ortiz Director of Individual Giving Kimberly Muhlbach Director of Special Events Marissa Gonzalez Development Assistant Kathy Morgan Development Research Assistant Alyson Bourne PRODUCTION Assistant Technical Directors Michael Etzrodt, Michael Wiskow Theatre Manager CB Borger Asst. Theatre Managers Christopher Paci, Joe Shea Costume Shop Manager Howard Schmitt Costume Technicians Charlotte Stratton, JoEllen Skinner Scenic Charge Artist Stephanie Nimick Properties Manager Hannah Burnham ABOUT THE SCHOOL Located in Los Angeles, a city synonymous with artistic innovation and excellence, the top-ranked USC School of Dramatic Arts is a leader in dramatic arts education. The School uniquely blends artistic training in a conservatory environment with world-class faculty artists and the full academic experience found only within a major research university. This close-knit, supportive environment offers students the freedom to explore their artistic passions. Through programs of the highest caliber, as well as initiatives that provide access to professional experience, students are prepared for leadership in every facet of dramatic arts. For more information, please visit dramaticarts.usc.edu. Supporters of Dramatic Arts The USC School of Dramatic Arts would like to recognize the generosity of the following individuals and organizations who have supported the School with a gift over the past fiscal year towards core programs such as production, guest artists, scholarship and the Dean s Strategic Fund. We recognize at the visionary level those donors whose tremendous generosity has reached the cumulative giving level of $1 million+. Their extraordinary commitment has built the foundation for our continued prominence and future achievements. VISIONARY CIRCLE Dr. & Mrs. Peter Bing and the Anna H. Bing Living Trust George N. Burns Trust Katherine B. Loker Robert & Elizabeth Plumleigh in memory of Karen Plumleigh Cortney* Alice, Teresa & Byron Pollitt DEAN S CIRCLE Steve & Abbey Braverman* Michael P. Huseby Family* Brian & Dianne Morton* PATRONS OF TRIBUTE Albert & Bessie Warner Fund Barnett Charitable Foundation* Richard & Lori Berke* Michael & Debbie Felix* Seth & Vicki Kogan* Joshua & Siobhan Korman Philanthropic Fund* The Lederer Family* Steve & Jerri Nagelberg* Sally & Howard Oxley in honor of Madeline Puzo* Linda Bernstein Rubin & Tony Rubin* James & Leslie Visnic* SEASON SPONSORS Elizabeth & Thomas Dammeyer Lionel F. Conacher & Joan T. Dea* Scott & Deborah DeVries* Michael & Melissa Meyers* Lauren & David Rush* Suzanne Bruce, MD & Malcolm Waddell* Craig & Jennifer Zobelein *Represents multi-year pledge EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS The California Wellness Foundation The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation Sorin Eremia The Kalkhurst Family* Alexander & Megan LoCasale* Ernest & Raphael Morgan* Mary Reveles Pallares* PRODUCERS Randolph & Ellen Beatty Roger & Michele Dedeaux Engemann Brad & Ally Fuller Kathryn & John Gilbertson Mark J. & Elizabeth L. Kogan Philanthropic Fund Jeff Kribs Gary & Karen Lask Marshall Sonenshine & Therese Rosenblatt Marc & Meryl Winnikoff DIRECTORS Jonathan & Adrienne Anderle John & Leslie Burns Jerome & Jacqueline Day Gregory & Marci Foster George & Dyan Getz Pat & Cindy Haden from The Rose Hills Foundation Donna Isaacson Christine Marie Ofiesh Steven & Sylvia Ré Aileen & James Reilly Robert R. Scales in memory of Suzanne Grossmann Scales Rik Toulon Richard & Diane Weinberg PATRONS Joan Beber The Emanuel Bachmann Foundation Barbara Cotler Steve & Cindy Fitz Laurie & William Garrett Tom & Noelle Hicks Melvin & Doris Hughes Todd & Victoria Johnson James & Margaret Kelly Eddie & Julia Pinchasi Steve & Emily Reynolds Meredith Rowley Carole Shammas & Darryl Holter Anne Tally J.W. Woodruff and Ethel I. Woodruff Foundation ANGELS Theodore V. Arevalo Mark H. Bevan Yvonne M. Bogdanovich Sara Bancroft-Clair & Pierson Clair The Casa Luca Foundation, Inc. Cleared by Ashley, Inc. Dr. J. 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5 2016/17 Season of Plays A Lie of the Mind By Sam Shepard Directed by Alan Freeman SDT Sept 29 Oct 2, 2016 Mockingbird By Julie Jensen Directed by Andi Chapman MT Sept 29 Oct 2, 2016 A Midsummer Night s Dream By William Shakespeare Directed by Jeanette Harrison BT Oct 6-9, 2016 Escape from Happiness By George F. Walker Directed by Christopher Shaw SDT Oct 20-23, 2016 Side Show Book and Lyrics by Bill Russell Music and Lyrics by Henry Krieger Directed by VP Boyle MT Oct 27-30, 2016 Romeo and Juliet By William Shakespeare Directed by Kelly Ward BT Nov 3-6, 2016 Magnolia By Regina Taylor Directed by Khanisha Foster MT Nov 17-20, 2016 Middletown By Will Eno Directed by Andrei Belgrader SDT Nov 17-20, 2016 MFA Acting Repertory SDT Feb 3-Mar 5, 2017 Uncle Vanya By Anton Chekhov Translated by Sharon Marie Carnicke Directed by Gregg T. Daniel Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches By Tony Kushner Directed by John Rubinstein Antigone X By Paula Cizmar Based on the play by Sophocles Directed by Anita Dashiell- Sparks The Rivals By Richard Brinsley Sheridan Directed by Andy Robinson BT Feb 23-26, 2017 The Kentucky Cycle By Robert Schenkkan Directed by Stephanie Shroyer MT Mar 2-7, 2017 Facing Our Truth: Ten Minute Plays on Trayvon, Race and Privilege By A. Rey Pamatmat, Dan O Brien, Dominique Morisseau, Mona Mansour, Winter Miller, Marcus Gardley, Tala Manassah, Quetzal Flores Directed by Shirley Jo Finney SDT March 30-April 2, 2017 Evita Lyrics by Tim Rice Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber Directed by Tim Dang BT March 30- April 9, 2017 Mr. Burns, a post-electric play By Anne Washburn Score by Michael Friedman Lyrics by Anne Washburn Directed by John DeMita SDT April 20-23, 2017 Spring Awakening By Frank Wedekind Translated by Edward Bond Directed by Laura Flanagan MT April 20-23, 2017 New Works Festivals YEAR 1 New Play Readings Parkside International Residential College, Room 1016 May 1, 2017 YEAR 2 Playwrights Workshop Massman Theatre Apr 7 23, 2017 YEAR 3 Play Project Carrie Hamilton Theatre at The Pasadena Playhouse May 19-20, 2017 KEY: SDT = Scene Dock Theatre BT = Bing Theatre MT = McClintock Theatre TICKET PRICES General $10, Seniors or Faculty/Staff $8, Students $5 MUSICALS: General $15, Seniors or Faculty/Staff $10, Students $6 PERFORMANCES Thurs & Fri at 7 p.m., Sat at 2:30 & 8 p.m. and Sun at 2:30 p.m. (Unless noted otherwise) For more information about our shows, visit dramaticarts.usc.edu #USCSDA